Specialist

Job Description Overview The Alabama Mathematics, Science, and Technology Initiative (AMSTI)through the Alabama Department of Education (ALSDE) at AuburnUniversity is excited to fill the role of a 6-12th grade MathSpecialist. This position supports ALSDE's initiative to improvemath and science teaching statewide. This position supports Alabamaeducators and students in learning STEM through doing STEM. Thisposition enacts that motto by providing teachers and schools inEast Alabama with professional development, education support,instructional resources, and other needed resources. Responsibilities Facilitate and/or participate in professional learning forteachers and administrators based on assignments and/or LEA needs,including online options. Assist AMSTI-ALSDE in developing and maintaining standardized,pre-approved professional learning opportunities and supportingresources for AMSTI and/or for the ALSDE, including online options,and submitting them to ALDSE for approval. Provide ongoing professional learning to AMSTI lead teachers,certified AMSTI facilitators, and instructional coachers. Assist IHE's with planning and conducting preservice education,continuing education, and outreach activities. Participate in AMSTI professional learning activities and staffmeetings conducted by the ALDE and site director, unless priorapproval for absence is granted. Provide frequent, ongoing support and coaching to teachers,AMSTI lead teachers, certified AMSTI facilitators, coaches, and /orLEA needs. Assist AMSTI teachers in effectively using common planning timeand Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction. Assist in recruiting new AMSTI teachers and/orfacilitators. Research the effects of current math, science, and/ortechnology practices in AMSTI classrooms, as requested byAMSTI-ALSDE. Coordinate work through the AMSTI site director, collaboratewith other specialists and communicate with all stakeholders. Achieve and maintain proficiency in all standards, pedagogicaland content knowledge, and AMSTI lessons and practices throughAMSTI-ALSDE and approved outside professional learningopportunities based on the requirements. Work with general and materials managers to make site-leveldecisions based on teacher needs and requests. Provide feedback to AMSTI-ALSDE regarding customization of kitsand resources to make them teacher and classroom friendly. Maintain records (including financial) and complete paperworkin a timely manner, utilizing structure in Monday.com. Participate in the development, maintenance, and promotion ofAMSTI resources according to the resource development and PRguidelines. Other duties as assigned by the AMSTI site director orAMSTI-ALSDE. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the program and 4years of experience in the design, implementation, delivery andmanagement of educational programs/services. A Master's degree may be required for positions requiringspecialized knowledge. Some positions may require content specific certification andlicensing. Contract Type Continuing Why Work at Auburn? Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives throughresearch, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on ourstudents, our communities, and the world. Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveragingour strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a topemployer in higher education. We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits,educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/lifebalance. Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offerssouthern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, andeasy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexicobeaches. A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fosteringan environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed,valued, respected, and engaged. Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and educationopportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color,national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protectedveteran status, genetic information, or any other classificationprotected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of EqualOpportunity Compliance's website to learnmore. Posted Date 4/8/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr